"Colorado Braces for Severe Storms, Hail, and Tornadoes"

Afternoon and evening thunderstorms in Colorado are expected to bring large hail, frequent lightning, and heavy rain, prompting a First Alert Weather Day. The Denver metro area is under a "slight risk" of severe weather, with the greatest threat in the south and east. Temperatures will be cooler than normal, with highs in the mid to upper 70s. The Western Slope is also facing high fire danger. Saturday will see another chance of strong to severe storms, while Sunday will bring dry conditions and high temperatures in the mid-80s.